I need an honest opinion MAC or PC?

Question

I'm into java, android and IOS development and I'm using a basic i3 processor PC right now and my PC is really sucking right now
i was thinking of doing either of two options

1) ditch my PC and switch to a MAC which will cost me around 1100 dollars or

2)keep my PC and try to get it running back to tip-top shape(if possible) and build a desktop with an i7 processor, 18 gigs of RAM (which will cost me only around 900 dollars) and run multiple screens(3 which I already have) and use it for developing at home (this way I'll have my laptop for mobile use and my desktop for development at home) I'll have two computers for usage and development and be more versatile.

what do you guys think????

Answer 1

The fixation with RAM amuses me, Windows 7x64 bit will only use 3.8 gigs, all else is wasted, and I will bet you have a free AV which is useless.http://www.filesonic.com/file/2271117374I dont know why people are saying getting more than 4gb is good. If any one can name me a game which will take your total ram use above about 3gb i will eat my computer.



Even Crysis + a dvd + the internet running doesnt take my PCs ram usage above 3gb. (try running games and pressing ctrl alt del and going to the performance tab. See how much ram is actually being used by games, you will be surprised)



4gb is a good amount as it is more than you need but ram comes in 1gb or 2gb sticks and most computers have 2 or 4 ram slots so it adds up nicely.



Also look very carefully at what graphics card you are buying, about 80% of a games performance is dependant on the graphics card in my opinion.



http://lifehacker.com/5415355/do-you-really-need-more-than-4gb-of-ram



http://www.techradar.com/news/computing-components/how-much-ram-do-i-need--721332

Read about it, don't believe me.

Answer 2

Well, I'll give an answer based on personal experience. I have had my Mac for the past 2 years and only have experienced one problem, however, I have had 3 PC's in 2 years (Compaq, HP, and another Compaq) and they were all well kept. I checked for a virus every week. I have never checked my Mac for a virus, because Mac OS will automatically check for a virus and move it into a folder which has no permission to do anything (I forgot what this process is called).



Hardware; I can't say Mac has the best default hardware, but I upgraded my RAM and hard drive for under $200. Otherwise, the processor, graphics card, and other hardware specifications are very decent. For Windows, it depends. What company made the laptop? HP? Compaq? Acer? I decided to never put my trust in these companies, they're products are very unpredictable. My latest Compaq laptop does not even show an accurate model number for my laptop. It only informs me that it is a Presario CQ62, and nothing else.



Oh, did I forget to mention my iMac is a 2009 model and is still running great? Unlike my 2010 and 2011 model laptops that lasted a year (Windows, of course).

Answer 3

I would say go for a new PC because apple products are over priced, you pay $200+ more than a pc and the mac wont perform as good as your pc. Plus they dont do that well with java stuff.



Hey i have a laptop with very low end specs but it is always running smoothly since I know how to fix them and keep them running optimally. Got it for $100 and pretty much runs like a mac book :)

Answer 4

Personally, I would never buy a Mac because I refuse to buy the severely overpriced hardware Apple pushes. As you pointed out, you get significantly bigger bang for your buck if you use a PC.



That being said, none of my apps are available on non-jailbroken iOS because I refuse to buy a Mac to port them and I shouldn't have to waste my time creating a hackintosh VM.



In the end, it depends on what you want to do. For me, it has always been a no-brainer to stick with the PC.



@Colin Garrard: I'm running Windows 7 x64 and I have 28 GB accessible to me. To say Win7 x64 cannot use more than 3.8GB is completely inaccurate.

Answer 5

This is more a hardware than a programing question.



I suggest lunix and build your own computer. Or, if that's off the table, windows and build your own computer. It would be a little less expensive, you could use parts you already have, get exactly what you want, be able to repair it yourself, and get a better idea of how it works which is always good when working with computers.

Answer 6

Reading a good reserve offers a richer experience and can leave you with recollections that will last years

Answer 7

Reading the publication instead of enjoying the movie is the ultimate way to see what the author supposed. Reading uses your creativity, hones your reading skills, and can improve your vocabulary.

Answer 8

I like the Macbooks, but for your needs I'd go with the Desktop with more horsepower. My Macbook Pro takes much longer to compile code compared to my desktop, however Xcode is an amazing compiler. getting off track a bit, so go with the Desktop.

Answer 9

I'm also studying to be a programmer.

If you've ever job shadowed any programmer you'll know they're all PC users.

I enjoy my pc but then again I have a power house computer.